Funds raised for Santa Barbara City College student support programs
The SBCC Foundation’s 6th annual Spring Forward! Gala, held on Saturday, May 17 on the beautiful Great Meadow of SBCC’s West Campus, was a resounding success! 300 guests came out to celebrate and support our community’s college as they enjoyed the spectacular venue overlooking the ocean. The event raised nearly $400,000 to support the work of the SBCC Foundation, including the SBCC Promise, student success programs, scholarships, emergency grants, and more.
“We had a lot to celebrate at this year’s gala,” said Bobbi Abram, CEO of the SBCC Foundation. “Including our community’s support for the successful passing of Measure P for SBCC, the bond that will provide nearly $200 million for much-needed improvements on the SBCC campus. We are grateful to all of the donors, sponsors, alumni, students, staff, faculty, SBCC trustees, Foundation board members, and friends of SBCC who joined us for the gala and make the Foundation’s work possible.”
Guests celebrated by arriving dressed in their best “Bond style” and enjoying a James Bond-themed cocktail reception with curated signature drinks and hors d’oeuvres, a delectable multi-course dinner, breathtaking views and dancing under the stars. The gala also featured music by award-winning DJ Darla Bea (an SBCC alumna), wines by event sponsor Margerum Wine Company, and Milpas Motors Bond-themed vintage vehicles.
Guests enjoyed the “Bond-style” gala, including a reception, dinner, and dancing to award-winning SBCC alumna DJ Darla Bea’s curated playlist…